Best Schools in Boca Raton, Florida
60 schools · 30 Elementary · 7 Middle · 15 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Boca Raton?
Use this page to compare every school in Boca Raton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Boca Raton Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
West Boca Raton High School
High · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Spanish River Community High School
High · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Boca Raton for 2026 are Boca Raton Elementary School (8.9/10), West Boca Raton High School (8.6/10), and Spanish River Community High School (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
60
26 public · 34 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$568,478
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
60
26 public · 34 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$568,478
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 27% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Boca Raton schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Boca Raton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 26 rated schools; 60 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boca Raton Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | West Boca Raton High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Spanish River Community High School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Sunrise Park Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Verde K-8 | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Coral Sunset Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Eagles Landing Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Somerset Academy Boca East | 7.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Boca Raton Community High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Whispering Pines Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $98,803
- Median home value
- $568,478
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Boca Raton compares
Florida rank
#45 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$99k
132% of Florida median
Schools in this city
51
Palm Beach runs Boca Raton's public schools
26 public schools. Palm Beach is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Boca Raton is a Palm Beach school (25 of 26).
Among 26 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Boca Raton, not a citywide average.
- Palm Beach25 public · 96%
- Fau Lab Sch1 public · 4%
About Schools in Boca Raton, Florida
Boca Raton's public school system spans 26 ranked schools — a concentrated market where performance skews notably high. The city posts an average school score of 7.7 out of 10, and 18 of those 26 schools (69%) clear the 7.0 threshold. That means parents here face a different problem than most cities: not finding a decent school, but choosing among a surplus of strong ones.
Elementary options lead the pack. Blue Lake Elementary tops the city at 9.4 out of 10 — the highest score in Boca Raton's entire ranked set and a meaningful margin above the next tier. Waters Edge Elementary (9.0), Addison Mizner School (8.9), and Sandpiper Shores Elementary (8.8) form a dense cluster just behind it. Four elementary schools scoring 8.8 or higher in a single city is rare anywhere in Florida. Parents with young children will find multiple genuine contenders within a short drive of most neighborhoods.
Middle school options are narrower but still competitive. Don Estridge High Tech Middle School scores 8.8, matching Sandpiper Shores Elementary and ranking as the top middle school in the city. Its applied technology focus makes it one of the more differentiated public options in Palm Beach County for families thinking ahead to high school readiness.
The practical upshot for parents: school zone matters less in Boca Raton than it does in most Florida cities. With 69% of ranked schools hitting 7.0 or above, families who can't access the top-tier elementaries are unlikely to land in a struggling school. That said, the gap between a 9.4 and a 7.0 is real. Families prioritizing elementary performance should map Blue Lake Elementary's attendance boundary early — its score premium over neighboring options is the widest in the city and demand follows. For middle school planning, Don Estridge's magnet structure may offer access beyond a family's assigned zone, making it worth a closer look regardless of where you live.
Elementary Schools
30 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 1,097 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 1,348 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.8 |
| 4 | 773 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 5 | 375 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 6 | 1,002 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 7 | 740 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 8 | 883 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.9 |
| 9 | 874 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
| 10 | 851 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
Show all 30 elementary schools in Boca Raton
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,464 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 1,270 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 | ||
| 3 | 91 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 1,041 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 1,108 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 6 | 1,191 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Newton SchoolPrivate 9 students · 1st–4th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,290 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 2,742 students · 6th–12th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 2,876 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 4 | 2,330 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools11 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Score AcademyPrivate 75 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Weinbaum Yeshiva High SchoolPrivate 475 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 462 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 73 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | The Harid ConservatoryPrivate 32 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | 78 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 15 high schools in Boca Raton
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,333 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.7 | ||
Private Schools7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 181 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Garden of the Sahaba AcademyPrivate 211 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Grandview Preparatory SchoolPrivate 386 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Boca Raton Christian SchoolPrivate 690 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | 1,309 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | Salt AcademyPrivate 45 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 7 | Boca School for AutismPrivate 20 students · 4th–9th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Boca Raton
Boca Raton, Florida · 60 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 9 ZIP codes
Median Income
$98,803
Median Home Value
$568,478
Median Rent
$2,370/mo
Population
245,646
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Community Profile
Boca Raton has a median household income of $98,803. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $568,478, with a median rent of $2,370/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 30
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 15
- Other
- 8
Resources
School Districts (2)
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Boca Raton, Florida
How many schools are in Boca Raton, Florida?
Boca Raton has 60 schools, including 26 public and 34 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Boca Raton, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Boca Raton is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Boca Raton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Boca Raton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is Eagles Landing Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Boca Raton, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Boca Raton on MySchoolScout is West Boca Raton High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Boca Raton, Florida?
Boca Raton is served by 2 school districts: Palm Beach, Fau Lab Sch.
What is the education level in Boca Raton, Florida?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Boca Raton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Boca Raton, Florida?
The median household income in Boca Raton is approximately $98,803 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Boca Raton, Florida?
Yes, Boca Raton has 34 private schools alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is Boca Prep International School with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Boca Raton, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Boca Raton is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Boca Raton, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.